Chesterbrook Academy - Kentlands
Data last updated · May 2026
Quality Indicators
See Methodology →- Overall QualityCombines daily care quality (interactions, learning, environment) with structural features like staff-to-child ratios and teacher qualifications.3 / 5
- Process QualityThe quality of daily care — caregiver-child interactions, learning activities, and the emotional climate. Drawn from the state QRIS rating, accreditations, and Head Start CLASS observations.2 / 5
- Structural QualityMeasurable features like staff-to-child ratios, group sizes, license status, and teacher qualifications. Provider-level data when available; otherwise the state regulatory baseline.5 / 5
Why this rating
This daycare earned 3 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects a Maryland EXCELS rating of Level 1 (out of 5). Structural quality reflects a license in good standing. The structural rating also includes Maryland's licensing baseline — what every licensed daycare in the state must meet. Maryland caps infant ratios at 1:3, toddler ratios at 1:3, and preschool ratios at 1:10. Lead teachers must hold a High School Diploma. Teachers must complete 12 hours of annual training.
Quality Recognitions & Accreditations
- State Quality Rating
- Maryland EXCELS Level 1 (Max 5) Learn more →
- Accreditations
- National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)Not Accredited
- National Accreditation Commission (NAC)Not Accredited
- National Early Childhood Program Accreditation (NECPA)Not Accredited
- National Association for Family Child Care (NAFCC)Not Accredited
Facility Info
- Facility type
- Child Care Center
- Age groups served
- Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age
- Licensed capacity
- 122
- Teacher-child ratios & group sizesState Minimum Displayed
Age Max ratio Max group Toddlers 1:3 9 Preschool 1:10 20
Teacher Credentials
- Lead teacher credentialState Minimum Displayed
- High School Diploma
Inspection History
Across 4 inspections since 2024, the issues cited most often were Staff-to-Child Ratios & Group Size (12) and Discipline & Adult-Child Interaction (1). Of 13 total findings, 1 was critical.
See All 4 Inspection Visits
Jun 11, 20254 Findings4 Important
- A Child Was Outside on the Playground Alone So the Child's Safety and Security Was Not Ensured.13A.16.07.06A
- Upon Further Investigation It Is Known That the Child That Left the Room Has Different Needs13A.16.08.01A(1)
Upon further investigation it is known that the child that left the room has different needs. The staff in the building know her behaviors. Once it was realized that the child was no longer in the room the aide left to look for the child. LS suggested that the facility add another staff member to
- Reporting Source Stated That a Child Left the Classroom and Was Out on the Playground for Approximately 5 Minutes Without Supervision.13A.16.08.01A(2)(a)
- According to the Reporting Source, a Child Was on the Playground Unsupervised for Approximately 5 Minutes13A.16.08.07A
According to the reporting source, a child was on the playground unsupervised for approximately 5 minutes. Upon further investigation by the facility, the child was on the playground unsupervised however it is unclear how long the child had been there. It is believe that the child had not been out
May 13, 20254 Findings1 Critical3 Important
- According to the Reporting Source a Teacher Left the Children Unattended So None of the Children Were Receiving Attention During That Time.13A.16.08.01A(1)
- According to the Reporting Source During Naptime the Teacher Stepped Out of the Classroom to Get Someone to Cover Her…13A.16.07.06A
According to the reporting source during naptime the teacher stepped out of the classroom to get someone to cover her room. The second teacher for that room was taking care of a child in the restroom and the third teacher was needed for coverage in another room.
- The Children Were Left Alone for 45 Seconds Without a Staff Member.13A.16.08.01B(2)
- There Are Three Teachers and Two Aides Assigned to the Classroom Throughout the Day13A.16.08.03A
There are three teachers and two aides assigned to the classroom throughout the day. reporting source states that for approximately 45 seconds the children were left unattended.
Oct 23, 20244 Findings4 Important
- According to the Facility Report13A.16.07.06A
According to the facility report, a child was left on the playground unsupervised for a few minutes and a class was left outside due to the teacher mistaking a parent for a teacher.
- Facility Self Reported That a Child Was Left Outside Unaccompanied for a Second During a Time of Transition.13A.16.08.01A(2)(a)
- Facility Self Reported That a Teacher Was Outside with Their Class and Was in Ratio13A.16.08.02A
Facility self reported that a teacher was outside with their class and was in ratio. One child needed to go to the rest room so that teacher asked another staff person if they could watch the children. That staff member said that they would watch the children. The staff member thought they saw an
- Facility Self Reported That While a Teacher Was Outside with Their Class, a Child Needed to Use the Restroom13A.16.08.07A
Facility self reported that while a teacher was outside with their class, a child needed to use the restroom. The teacher asked another employee to watch the children while they took the child to the restroom. That employee agreed to watch the children on the playground while the child was taken t
Sep 5, 20241 Finding1 Important
- At the Time of Investigation13A.16.07.02A(1)
At the time of investigation, the Director informed Licensing Specialists that she was made aware of the alleged incident. This item is corrected as Director submitted a statement of understanding of the regulation for reporting any alleged abuse or neglect.